Contact centers are increasingly integrating Contact Center AI (CCAI) to enhance customer service by automating routine tasks and providing agents with personalized insights. In 2025, a notable 87.2% of contact centers have deployed AI or machine learning, with younger generations showing a higher trust level in AI interactions compared to older ones. Key AI solutions being implemented include advanced chatbots, agent assist features, call transcription, call summarization, voice bots, and intelligent call routing, which collectively improve efficiency and customer satisfaction. Companies face the decision of building custom CCAI for greater flexibility and control or opting for prebuilt solutions for speed and cost-effectiveness. The success of these AI implementations heavily relies on robust carrier infrastructure to handle the increased network load, with Gartner projecting significant automation of agent interactions by 2029. Contact centers must carefully evaluate carrier reliability and security to ensure seamless and secure AI operations, as the demand for AI-driven customer service tools continues to grow.